Safe Driving

Auto accidents are often preventable by paying attention to your surroundings and driving within the speed limit. The U.S. Department of Transportation reports that speeding was a contributing factor in 31% of fatal car crashes in 2007.

Never try to fit more people in the car than you have seatbelts for them to use.

Obey the speed limits, going too fast gives you less time to stop or react. Excess speed is one of the main causes of teenage accidents.

Don't run red lights.

Use turn signals to indicate your intention to turn or to change lanes. Turn it on to give the cars behind you enough time to react before you take the action. Also, make sure the signals turns off after you've completed the action.

When a stoplight turns green, make sure the intersection clears before you proceed.